
Research
Our impact
We're breaking research boundaries and changing the world.
We're ambitious. We think big and want to make a positive difference to our planet. We transform futures through our actions and practice with a focus on solving real world challenges.

Research centres and groups
Our world-leading research centres and groups are working to make a real difference in society. Find out how we’re leading the way.

Postgraduate research study
Develop your ideas and skills with leading edge researchers at our Doctoral Academy.
Breaking research boundaries
Our research focuses on four key areas: Creative industries and technologies, Digital Futures, Health and Wellbeing and Sustainability and climate change resilience. This is research with the power to transform lives and transform the future. This is research done right.

Ground-breaking research
We are asking ourselves the difficult questions and inspiring others with our areas of expertise.

Creative industries and technologies
Creativity powers innovation and progress. We’re creating new futures in everything from film and TV, animation and digital story-telling, games and virtual reality.

Digital futures
Digital technologies will reshape and recode our world. From big data and machine learning to cyber security, digital ethics, deep fakes and beyond.

Health and wellbeing
We’re living longer. But are we living better? We’re tackling the challenges of today and tomorrow from genomics and new diagnostics to advanced health technologies, transforming health and wellbeing futures for all.

Sustainability and climate change resilience
The future of the planet is at stake, and we won’t get a second chance. We’re tackling the big issues of climate change, carbon reduction, sustainability and pollution head-on to protect our world for future generations.
Research strategy
Our 2030 Research Strategy is growing world-leading research with real-world impact, prioritising challenge-based research, driving enterprise and enhancing the student experience.
Research Governance
Read about our governance and policies we have in place to maintain the integrity and ethical standards of our research.
Research staff support
Our community of inspiring research staff are the key to our success. Find out how we support and develop our research community.
Arts and Humanities Research Council IAA
UWE Bristol was successful in receiving funding from the Impact Accelerators Account (IAA) awards. Find out how more about this funding and who to contact.
Research and External Engagement (REE) blog
Keep up-to-date with news about our innovative research, Business Services, Degree Apprenticeships, Professional Development, Graduate Talent and Recruitment.
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Are you aged 21 or over and considering a career in Health and Social Care? UWE Bristol is hosting a dedicated Insight Event for mature learners to help you take the next step in your education or career. Taking place on Tuesday 22 July 2025, from 10am to 1pm at our Glenside Campus, this event is designed to support adults who are thinking … Continue reading "Explore a career in Health and Social Care – an insight event for mature learners at UWE Bristol"
Explore a career in Health and Social Care – an insight event for mature learners at UWE Bristol
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The incredible Project Zulu Choir returns to the region in May for their biennial tour. Project Zulu is a suite of educational development projects run by UWE Bristol to promote lifelong learning opportunities across township schools in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. The Project involves a choir of 20 children aged 11 to 14, from two of … Continue reading "Project Zulu Choir returns to Bristol for the biennial tour – book your tickets"
Project Zulu Choir returns to Bristol for the biennial tour – book your tickets
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UWE Bristol is proud to highlight the achievements of Dr. Jack Lowe, based in the Digital Cultures Research Centre, who recently completed the prestigious ARC Accelerate programme. Jack spent six months transforming his innovative ideas into a scalable venture, with the support of this AHRC/ESRC-funded initiative. About ARC Accelerate ARC Accelerate is a 6-month accelerator … Continue reading "UWE Bristol Researcher Makes Strides in ARC Accelerate Programme"
UWE Bristol Researcher Makes Strides in ARC Accelerate Programme
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The final session of this year’s Reel Nature: Environmental Film Club will take place on Wednesday 7 May, from 17:00 to 19:00, in Room 2D007, D Block, UWE Frenchay Campus. The event will feature a screening of One Last Farm, a short documentary by UWE alumna Nikki Dodd, followed by a Q&A with the director. … Continue reading "Inside Bristol’s Last Farm – A Film Screening and Discussion"
Inside Bristol’s Last Farm – A Film Screening and Discussion
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Residents of St Pauls and the wider Bristol community are warmly invited to the Green and Healthy Futures Fair on Monday 19 May 2025, taking place from 1:00pm to 8:00pm at St Pauls Learning Centre, 94 Grosvenor Road, BS2 8XJ. Organised by UWE Bristol’s Inspire Sustainability Team in collaboration with Bridging Histories, this free event … Continue reading "Green and Healthy Futures Fair: Building Skills, Careers, and Community in Bristol"
Green and Healthy Futures Fair: Building Skills, Careers, and Community in Bristol
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The Company Taro Agric Farm (TAF), is a broiler chicken production company based in Southwest Nigeria. With over a decade of experience, TAF specialises in commercial broiler farming, operating concurrent batches of 2,000 birds per cycle. The company has multiple production centres, including its main base in Ile-Ife, Osun State, and outgrower units in Ilesa … Continue reading "Knowledge Transfer Partnership Case Study – Taro Agric Farm"
Knowledge Transfer Partnership Case Study – Taro Agric Farm
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A guest blog post by Kieran McCartan, Professor of Criminology, University of the West of England, Bristol and Dr Sophie King-Hill, Associate Professor in the Health Services Management Centre, University of Birmingham Recently there has been a lot of debate about the Netflix show Adolescence. It tells a fictional story of a 13-year-old boy who … Continue reading "The use of TV drama ‘Adolescence’ in schools: why simple solutions to complex problems don’t work"
The use of TV drama ‘Adolescence’ in schools: why simple solutions to complex problems don’t work
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The Education and Childhood Research Group (ECRG) is proud to present a thought-provoking and vital discussion on race, assessment, and higher education. Join us on Friday, 11 April 2025, from 14:30 to 16:30 (UTC) for an insightful session featuring Dr Paul Campbell, Associate Professor in the sociology of race and inclusion at the University of … Continue reading "Addressing the Awarding Gap: A Research Event with Dr Paul Campbell"
Addressing the Awarding Gap: A Research Event with Dr Paul Campbell
Research enquiries
If you have any questions or you would like further information about our research.
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Research and External Engagement (REE)
Find out about the Research and External Engagement (REE) service at UWE Bristol, including the teams and contact details.

Contact Research and External Engagement (REE)
Contact us for enquiries about our ground-breaking research, business services, community partnerships and alumni.